Shoppers Rush for Discounts as Game Announces Store Closures
A popular high street retailer with 240 shops is set to close a handful of its stores as shoppers flock to grab big discounts. Game, known for its wide range of gaming products, has announced that several stores across the country will be boarding up their windows.
Devastation as Game Store in Witney, Oxfordshire Closes
Customers and staff members of the Game store in Witney, Oxfordshire, were left devastated after hearing the news of its closure. The store's last trading day will be on January 7th, leaving staff members without jobs and loyal customers without their favorite store.
Other Game Stores Closing Across the UK
Reports indicate that Game stores in Plymouth, Cambridgeshire, and Newport, Wales, have also decided to shut down. However, the Newport store quickly reopened in a different location just two days later. In total, Game has over 240 stores across the UK.
Retailers Facing Store Closures in the UK
Game is not the only retailer facing the need to close stores in the UK. High street chains such as House of Fraser and Sports Direct have also been forced to shut down some of their locations. The struggling high street has been hit hard in recent years as consumers increasingly turn to online shopping.
Positive Growth for Some Retailers
While some retailers are facing closures, others have been expanding their presence. Supermarket chain Iceland, as well as Primark, Poundland, and B&M, have all been growing their portfolios and opening new stores.
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